LOCAL AND GENERAL

Greymouth Evening Star, 24 January 1931, Page 6

LOCAL AND GENERAL

Despite adverse weather conditions, a crowd of 250 left Greymouth this morning for the annual picnic of the Water'siders’ Union at Cass Square, Hokitika. Another fifty was expected to board the train at Karoro. The majority of those going were children. The Greymouth Municipal Band was in attendance, and prior to the departure of the train, played seveial numbers on the platform. The retipu train from Hokitika this , evening reaches Greymouth at 7.40 o’clock.

“Grossly unfair,” is how Messrs J. M’Combs, M.P., and H. T. Armstrong, M.P., describe the report of the Pripie Minister’s remarks concerning the payment of sustenance. Mr Forbes is stated by the Wellington Reform newspaper. the “Dominion,” to have said that no sustenance would be paid to the unemployed unless work were given for it. The Wellington “Post” quotes Mr Forbes as declaring that no sustenance would be paid if their was work to do and men would not do it. School Bags in canvas or leather 4/to 16/- each. Fiberkane Lunch Boxes 1/9 to .3/6, Attache Cases 4/6 to 8/6 each. Music Cases 7/6 to 20/- each. Best values at. B. Dixon’s, Ltd. — Advt.

The Commissioner of Taxes draws attention of taxpayers to the notifica-. tion appearing in to-day’s issue that the due date of payment of Incometax is on Monday, the 9th day of February, 1931. Additional tax will accrue if the tax'is not paid on or before 2nd March, 1931. The demands will be posted from the office of the Commissioner of Taxes on or about 31st January, 1931, Demands must be presented with ail payments, and if a demand has not been received the Commissioner should be communicated with.

One feels a certain satisfaction in being able to offer something which is held in high esteem by the Imperial Institute and West End Clubs, Loudon. On the West Coast wg have within our reach a whisky which appeals favourably to the palates of London’s leading society, viz., Dewar’s Imperial Institute whisky, and there is little wonder that “Dewar’s” has become a popular favourite with all sections of the community, for its mild flavour and smoothness has won for it a distinction that places the name of “Dewar's” foremost in every country of the world. For the best of good spirits say “Dewar’s.” Griffen and Smith, Agents—Advt. ,'

“I wish to point out that seven teachers have resigned to be married, and four of the teachers appointed are married women,” said Mr R. Wild, at the meeting of the Canterbury Education Board yesterday. The board decided to protest against the appointment of married women teachers and bring the matter before the notice of the department.

The travelling public are notified that Arthur Chettle is at the Exchange ' Hotel, Reefton. Only the best stocked. —Advt.

Arrangements for the entertainment of Lads’- Bledisloe in Greymouth on Friday evening next, have been cancelled*. The Mayor, Mr J. W. Greeaslade, this morning' received advice from the Secretary ,to the GovernorGeneral, that His Excellency,would be pleased to attend the social function given by the Farmers’ Union on Friday, but Her Excellency desired to be relieved of any proposed social engagements, as she was feeling the need for rest.

An outbreak of fire was discovered at 9.40 o’clock last evening in a house in Tarapuhi Street, owned by Mrs Parkinson, senr., and occupied by Mrs Robin and her family. The alarm was given by the bell at the Central Fire Station and by the time the brigade arrived, the fire had obtained a good hold. The brigade were soon successful in suppressing the fire \yhich was confined to the kitchen, where it is estimated that about £3O worth of damage was done. The house was insured for £2OO with the North British Office. At the time of the outbreak the only occupants-of the house were Mr and Mrs Ward, the son-in-law and daughter of Mrs Robins. It is thought that the fire had its origin near a gas stove.

Pai’ents and guardians are notified that A. E. Kilgour has opened all School Books and requisites which are sold at published prices for cash only. —Advt. -

Butchers’ shop windows in Wellington this week seem to have as much attraction to many housewives as those displaying fine raiment (says the “Dominion.”) Many butchers have signs in their windows telling of lower prices for meat. “Large forequarters of mutton, 2/-, ’’ was one, while in another shop were large carcasses of mutton ticketed “10/-”. The same shop displayed many cuts and joints ticketed at low prices. The butcher admitted that it was second grade mutton, but it looked good all the same. One butcher stated definitely ' that he had cut his mutton prices by 25 per cent, during the last few weeks. Beef and lamb were a Id. a lb. lower and he said his average price for lamb was 6£d. A Press Assn, message yesterday, stated that Wanganui was well supplied with cheap mutton and beef by two auction sales, hundreds of residents availing themselves of the opportunity to get cheap Sunday roasts’ Legs of mutton realised_from 2/- to 3/and forequarters rarely realised more than 2/-. Sirloins of beef made 1/- to 1/6, roll beef 2/3, and rib 2/- The prices of mutto nwere approximately the same as eight years ago, when meat was sold at auction. /

In spite of the fact that it is now the middle of January and that in ordinary seasons warm weather prevails at this time of the year, the weather conditions during the past few weeks have been most unseasonable, wet and cold being predominant. Is it any wonder, then, that coughs, colds, and influenza, are very prevalent, and that Parkinson’s Lime Syrupand Influenza Specific are largely in demand? Parkinson’s Lime Syrup, the well-known remedy for coughs, colds, and §ore throats, is too widely known to require further mention. The Influenza Specific is a special preparation for influenza, and is a certain and reliable cure. Keep . a bottle on hand and take,a dose on the first symptoms. It is put up ih a compact, convenient form; the dose is a teaspoonful in a wine glass of water, every three or four hours as required. It is sold in two sizes, Is 6d and 2s 6d, and will be posted anywhere by Parkinson and Co., Gr#ymouth, on receipt of above price in stamps or postal note.—Advt.

For easy start and good sparking, fit Ripault’s Batteries from Thos. B. Baty’s, Ltd. —Advt. Cost of Living Down Sale at Thorpy’s ■*, Economy Warehouse. We buy big from forced-to-sell manufacturers and warehousemen, and now offer the greatest bargain that it is possible .to receive. See our windows for confirmation. “We sell for less.” —Advt. Men’s and Boys’ White Linen Washing Hats, usual price 4/6, Sale Price 1/6; Men’s Working Hats in fawn, brown and grey, usual price 15/6, Sale Price 5/6; Great Value, Boys’ Kaiapoi Tweed Suits, size 7 to 18, now selling at 25/-; Men’s Sports Coats 37/6, now 25/-. Genuine bargains.—C. Smith, Ltd., Greymouth.— Advt. Beautiful Furnishings at White’s. z Nowadays a woman takes as much pride in the furnishing and interior decoration of her home as in her per sonat appearance. Everything must b? of the best, combining good taste with x practical qualities. On this subject there are no more helpful experts than White’s. Give us the opportunity to help you.—S. Burnett White, Highgrade Furnisher. —Advt.